Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and Mom is waiting in anticipation to spend the day with loved ones. Whether Mom is active or homebound, adult children have plenty of fun activities to do with her on this special occasion. There are many things you can do to celebrate Mother’s Day with your elderly mother.

Here are a few Mother’s Day Activities to brighten up her day.

• Book a private yoga instructor

Vibrant seniors engage in physical exercise to keep their minds and bodies strong. If Mom participates in yoga classes, Tai Chi sessions, or Zumba, she will benefit from the guidance of a private fitness instructor. An in-home class for Mom, her friends, or the family will be eye-opening.

• Schedule spa day

Treat Mom to a luxurious pedicure, manicure, or facial on Mother’s Day. Or hire a masseuse to give her a soothing massage. Older people who have trouble with mobility can still be pampered with a pedicure when a nail technician comes to the home.

• Fulfill a wish

Help Mom cross off an item on her bucket list on her special day. She may have a lifelong dream that has yet to be realized, such as a visit to the Grand Canyon or learning to swim. Perhaps she’s wanted to see a beloved performer live in Las Vegas.

Take this occasion to fulfill that wish together. Travel to Arizona and see the sights at the Grand Canyon National Park. Or buy two tickets to a live performance. Even simple activities, like taking swimming classes together, are rewarding. Adult children stand to learn something new about Mom, too.

• Throw a family game night

Even Moms with cognitive limitations can thrive with fun activities on Mother’s Day. A family game night is an event she will look forward to. Play dominos, card games, or checkers. If she loves puzzles, assemble a jigsaw puzzle, such as one imprinted with her favorite photo.

Many seniors love games or did so in their youth. Satisfy or reawaken her pastime by choosing games that match the level of simplicity or complexity that she’d enjoy. Or spend the afternoon with puzzle books—a calming activity that she will appreciate.

• Use aromatherapy

Scents often bring seniors back to happy times. Consider baking treats together to release pleasing aromas, which can be beneficial to older people with cognitive impairment or memory loss. Afterward, the live stream delivers these goodies to those in need. Seeing their joy will bring a smile to her face.

Similarly, give her a bouquet of flowers, such as the blooms that decorated the tables at her wedding dinner. The floral scent will help her relive those cherished memories. Or, if Mom used to wear a certain perfume in her younger days, gift her a bottle of it.

• Assemble a collage

Every life is filled with cheerful moments, and Mom’s is no exception. She’ll be pleased to see photos of her friends and loved ones. Together, create a collage with those favorite pictures. The project serves as a visual cue to take her back to key moments in her life.

A wide range of collages can be assembled. Moms may especially like themed ones. For example, put together photos of just Mom and her friends. She may appreciate a collage of photos with her partner or just important moments in her children’s lives.

• Hire an in-home stylist

Some elderly individuals love nothing more than to slip into a fancy dress and get their hair done. Satisfy this need for glamour by hiring a hairdresser to come to the home and curl Mom’s hair. Then give Mom stylish ruby sneakers to wear, which she’ll do with pride, even from her wheelchair.

Celebrate the rest of the day with an evening out at her favorite restaurant. She’ll be dressed to the nines and will savor a well-cooked meal in the company of family and friends. Spruce up her wheelchair or rollator, too, and give the occasion an extra dose of pizzazz.

• Host movie night

Classic movies have the uncanny ability to transport seniors to a different era. Mom may be a fan of West Side Story or Star Wars. Host movie night with the family and watch her favorite characters light up the screen. Be sure to pass the popcorn and dim the lights!

• Garden

May is the perfect season to plant spring flowers and start an outdoor garden together. The warm rays of the sun and fresh air are doubly beneficial to Mom’s health. She’ll get plenty of exercise digging the soil, carrying the watering can, and yanking out the weeds.

An alternative to outdoor gardening is indoor gardening. Provide her with small terracotta pots for houseplants, such as aloe, begonias, or herbs. Once grown, the plants will purify the air and beautify Mom’s home. Plus, she’ll have an opportunity to care for them daily.

• Simply spend time with her

The most important thing you can do is to spend time with your mother, listen to her stories, and show her how much you love and appreciate her.

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